Indonesian Lutheran Church Retreat
The Indonesian Lutheran Church in Sydney (Gereja Kristen Indonesia di Australia) held its triannual retreat at the beautiful Youthworks Conference Centre in Port Hacking from 29th to 31st August 2025. The event brought together all members of the congregation for a weekend of spiritual growth, fellowship and fun.
The retreat featured both combined and separate sessions for adults and youth, led by
Pastor Sahat Simanullang. We were also blessed to have Bishop Schwedes join us as a guest speaker, sharing his insights during a special session. Meanwhile, the children enjoyed their own engaging program, lovingly prepared and led by our dedicated Sunday School teachers.
Highlights of the retreat included a bushwalk, interactive games that everyone could enjoy, and a campfire evening that offered a time for deeper spiritual reflection and connection.
On Sunday, 31st August, the retreat concluded with a Church Service with Holy Communion, followed by a shared lunch before everyone returned home, refreshed and renewed.
The retreat was a meaningful and memorable experience for all who attended. Our theme for the weekend was “Maintaining the Unity of the Spirit through the Bond of Peace”, a message that continues to inspire and challenge us in our daily walk with God. We give thanks for the fellowship, the Word, and the opportunity to grow together as a Church family.
